Furnishing a rental property with appliances is one of the most financially sensitive decisions a landlord makes. Buy too cheap and you're fielding repair calls every six months. Buy unnecessarily expensive and you've wasted money on a tenant who doesn't care about the brand.
At Oceania Appliances, we supply appliances for rental properties across Sydney every week. This guide will help you make the right choices.
What Appliances Do You Need to Provide in a NSW Rental?
Under NSW tenancy law, landlords are required to provide and maintain appliances that were included in the property when the tenancy agreement was signed. The law doesn't require landlords to supply specific appliances, but once included, they must be maintained in working order.
Most Sydney rental properties include at minimum:
- Stove/oven or cooktop
- Often: fridge, washing machine
- Sometimes: dishwasher, air conditioner, dryer
Appliances in an unfurnished property are typically not provided by the landlord. For furnished or semi-furnished properties, the included appliance list should be clearly documented in the rental agreement.
The Right Strategy for Rental Appliances
Use Refurbished Appliances for Rentals
This is our strongest recommendation. A quality refurbished appliance from Oceania Appliances at $299–$499 for a fridge or washing machine is the right choice for most rental properties because:
- The price is proportionate to the asset class (a rental property, not your own home)
- It comes with a 3–6 month warranty — so if it fails early, it's our problem not yours
- When it eventually needs replacing (5–8 years), you're only replacing a $350 appliance, not a $1,200 one
Choose Simple, Reliable Models
Avoid appliances with complex electronics, touchscreens, or internet connectivity for rental properties. Simpler is better. A Fisher & Paykel or Westinghouse top loader washing machine with a simple dial is less likely to confuse tenants and more likely to be repairable when something goes wrong.
Size Appropriately
For a 2-bedroom unit: a 300–400L fridge and a 7–8 kg washing machine are plenty.
For a 4-bedroom house: a 400–500L fridge and a 9–10 kg washing machine are more appropriate.
Best Appliances for Rental Properties
Fridge for Rentals
Best choice: Westinghouse or Fisher & Paykel top mount, 310–400L, refurbished. These are reliable, simple, and tenants rarely complain about them.
Price at Oceania: $249–$449
Washing Machine for Rentals
Best choice: Fisher & Paykel, Westinghouse, or Simpson top loader, 7–8 kg, refurbished. Top loaders are more forgiving of tenant misuse than front loaders.
Price at Oceania: $299–$449
Air Conditioner for Rentals
If you're adding a split system to a rental property, invest in a quality brand. A Mitsubishi or Daikin will outlast the tenancy multiple times over and reduce repair call-outs. A cheap brand installed in a rental often results in a maintenance call within 2–3 years.
Price at Oceania: $900–$1,800 supply and install
Bulk Pricing for Multiple Properties
If you're equipping multiple rental properties or managing a portfolio, talk to us about bulk pricing. We regularly supply property managers and investors with appliance packages for multiple units at a time.
Call 0481 243 211 and ask about our landlord packages.
Free Delivery and Removal
We deliver free anywhere in Sydney. If you need old appliances removed and disposed of, ask us about removal services.
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2/14 Centre Place, Wetherill Park NSW 2164
Open 7 days, 10am to 8pm
Phone: 0481 243 211
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